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How to Use the Sun

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Guest Blogger: Sara Stringer sun

These days we are told to avoid the sun as much as we possibly can. Those harmful UVA and B rays, according to experts, are going to be the cause of a whole host of problems. We’re told to stay inside, slather ourselves in sunscreen, hats, and protective clothing whenever we go out and do everything we can to keep the sun from touching us. What a bunch of hooey!

While it is true that you do want to take a few precautionary measures, like sunscreen, it’s also true that the sun is a tremendous source of healing and powerful energy. When “used” properly, it can be a fantastic resource for you and your family. So how do you take advantage of all that it has to offer?

Feng Shui

Move your furniture around so that your chairs, tables, and sofas are as close to the windows of your home as possible. This allows you to use natural light while you read, write, do art projects, hang out, etc. The light from the sun will light your projects. The vitamin D is good for your body to absorb. This is especially important if you want to create healing spaces within your home. Sunlight has healing properties—physically and emotionally.

Mood Enhancements

You probably already know about those “simulated sunlight” lamps that SAD sufferers use to help them get through the darker and colder winter months. People who go to tanning salons in the winter say that after their weekly fifteen minute session, they feel an immediate and powerful boost in their moods. While we wouldn’t advocate the use of a tanning bed, we are saying that getting out into natural light for at least a few minutes during the day is going to help you regulate your moods.

Utilize It

We’d be remiss if we didn’t talk about the literal ways that sunlight can power your life. Solar panels, chargers, etc can be fantastic editions to your home and lifestyle. You might also opt in to an energy plan that gets some of its power through solar sources. Canada residents, take note: http://www.albertaenergyproviders.com/alberta-electric-providers/Alberta/E/Edmonton is a great resource for finding a company that will help you get the energy you want from the source you like the best. US Residents: search through your state references to figure out which companies have the best solar power plans.

NOTE: line dry your clothes in the sun. They’ll dry more quickly, shrink less, feel better on your skin, and smell way better than they would if you simply tossed them into the dryer.

Physical Health

Exposure to sunlight is what induces your body to produce Vitamin D. Medical research has proven that low Vitamin D levels have a direct relationship to the health of a person’s skeletal structure. Getting some sun helps you have healthy bones!

Obviously it is important to practice moderation. Too much of anything—even sunlight—can be harmful. So go outside for a little bit everyday but don’t overdo it! And make sure that you do take steps to keep the harmful rays from damaging your skin and body.

About the Author

Sara Stringer is freelance writer who enjoys writing about natural health alternatives. In her spare time, she enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle through swimming and practicing yoga.

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4 Recent Medical Innovations that Will Improve Your Health

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Guest Blogger: Tegan O’ConnorCapsule Endoscope

To improve your cardiovascular fitness as well as your aerobic capacity after undergoing surgery, it is important that you get back on your feet and start doing some light exercises as soon as possible.

One of the best ways to begin your post surgery exercise regimen is to start walking on an indoor treadmill to promote your recovery as well as to help repair any damaged tissue. There are many different kinds of treadmills for sale, so make sure you get a model that best suits your requirements, as well as your budget.

Luckily, for many of us, recent medical technological advances have made surgery a much safer and less painless ordeal. We can now also enjoy much quicker recovery times as well as, of course, lower risks. Medical advancements are also helping to prevent surgery being needed, and below we will look at some of the most recent breakthroughs.

Camera Capsule

A camera capsule is about the size of a large vitamin pill and an alternative to the lengthy and quite expensive endoscopy procedure. The camera capsule has an infrared laser that sends high definition images back to the attending medical technicians. This can save both time and money, as the patient does not require sedation or the specialist staff that would normally be required to perform an endoscopy procedure. This particular breakthrough is still in its early stages but it looks very much like diagnosing esophageal cancers and other digestive diseases may become much more straightforward.

Medicating Contact Lenses

Medicating contact lenses are made from a biodegradable polymer that can deliver medication such as antibiotics to our eyes for up to one month. All you need to do is place the lens on your eye as you would a regular contact lens and the medication will be dispensed to your eye without being washed away like regular drops. This development in eye medication technology has been made by a team of biomedical and chemical engineers from Alabama’s Auburn University and looks to be a real alternative to the traditional eye drop.

Peptide Tooth Repair

Researchers at the University of Leeds have found that a combination of amino acids can help to repair teeth damaged from decay. The peptide is literally pasted onto your teeth at the onset of the earliest signs of decay and will then actually start to regenerate the damaged part of the tooth. This is still in its early staged but it looks like in the future we may not have to endure the dentist’s drill and will be able to avoid the expense of costly fillings.

Micro-Electronic Patches

The latest in micro-electronic patches have the ability to transmit data from you, to a computer via a Wi-Fi signal for analysis from your doctor or medical specialist. This latest generation of medical patch is made from ultrathin polymer substrate that has similar properties to your skin. These patches are merely stuck onto your arm and will flex and bend for optimum comfort and durability.

About the Author

Tegan O’Connor is a freelance writer that writes about health, fitness, and beauty. She promotes healthy living through her articles. She also encourages health buffs to visit www.fitnessmarket.com.au for treadmills for sale.

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Total Hip Replacement: Key Precautions That You Must Adhere To!

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Guest Blogger: Nicholas hip replacement

We all know that increasing age welcomes certain non-preventive physical problems. For this very fact, people throughout the globe have to undergo total hip replacement surgery every year. If we talk about reasons for the pain in hip or need for hip replacement, there are multiples causes for the same. However, the problem of arthritis is the main one among them. Usually, the surgeons follow the lateral technique to operate the hip joint. However, minimally invasive anterior approach is an emerging technique which involves the least risk of hip dislocation.

Key precautions after hip replacement surgery

Total hip replacement surgery is considered a major one and involves a lot of surgical procedures. It certainly does involve some key precautions for the patient too, so as to get back to normal routine life quicker. Let’s have a glance at the vital points.

  • Sit on chair: Yes, you must sit on a chair, and that too an armed one. Ensure that you keep the affected leg out straight. Sitting on low couches or soft chairs will be inconvenient and dangerous for your operated hip, both while sitting and getting up.
  • Do not cross your legs: A patient is strictly prohibited from a cross leg posture at least for one and a half month post surgery. This is because there are high chances of hip dislocation while sitting in this posture. Hence, ensure that you or the operated member is following this restriction absolutely.
  • High toilet seat: This is yet another important tip required post hip replacement operation. Do make sure that you use a high toilet seat which will make it easy for you to sit down, along with keeping the affected leg out straight. Some of you may find it a weird tip, but this precaution can be the most common cause of hip dislocation. You may get an over toilet seat easily from local pharmacies or drug stores.
  • No bending: This is the most common precaution which is suggested by all surgeons post operation. You must not bend down to pick things up off the ground as it may cause dislocation of hip and you may then immediately require a revision hip replacement.
  • Small steps required: You’re not allowed to take big steps for at least six weeks post operation. Especially when you turn around while standing or walking, you must be conscious to take only small steps. This way, there won’t be any pressure on the operated hip and you will recover from the pain soon.
  • Use a pillow between the knees: This is important. There must be space between two knees while sleeping. Hence, make sure that you put a pillow between the knees to prevent the leg from rolling in.

To conclude with, hip replacement surgery is a definite successful one for all ailing elders. Nevertheless, certain precautions are mandatory to recover from the operation. The above mentioned precautions will positively give fruitful results and let you live life joyously once again!

The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. It is not to be construed as medical care or medical advice and is not a replacement for medical care given by your physicians or trained medical personnel.

About the Author

Nicholas is doctor who has written widely on total hip joint replacement surgical methods. He states through such a surgery, intense pain in the hip joint can be easily removed ensuring that the person can walk, run, swim, and do all other activities without any problem or pain.

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Facts on Low Testosterone in Women

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Guest Blogger: Bobby Rouse women smile 

Testosterone is also present in women. It is very important in their health because it is contributing to their overall health. Testosterone is responsible for strengthening the bones, developing the muscle mass, and increasing the energy level. It is also very important in strengthening and enhancing a woman’s libido. When it comes to sexual activities, testosterone is responsible in increasing the mood of the woman. Aside from what is mentioned above, here are the other benefits of testosterone in women:

  • Improves mental alertness
  • Improves the skin in a way that it blocks it from wrinkles
  • Improves the condition of the heart by decreasing the risk of heart disease and diabetes
  • Helps in losing weight
  • Enhances younger look for women

With enough testosterone and estrogen in women, it would be easier for her to live her everyday life to the fullest. Compared to men, women need lesser amount of testosterone but it is very important for them to maintain the normal level of it in order to maintain their health.

Low testosterone

Low testosterone is not a problem that only men can experience. It is also common in women. Low testosterone can affect aging in women. With the given benefits above, you would most likely understand how low testosterone affects the overall health of a woman. For you to understand better, here are the different symptoms that will let you know that a woman is losing great amount of testosterone in her body:

  • There is an obvious decrease in the muscle mass
  • There is rapid weight gain, especially on the belly part
  • The skin is dry, sagging, and it loses elasticity
  • Her sexual drive is low
  • The energy is also decreasing
  • Bone loss

These different symptoms usually come into picture when a woman reaches 40. During this time, low and unstable level of testosterone can also affect menopausal cycle. Low testosterone in women affects the way the menopause is triggered. When confronted by more stress everyday, low testosterone becomes a reason for early menopausal that may start during their 30s.

Remedies to low testosterone

Here are the things that a woman can do to maintain normal level of testosterone:

  • Work on your weight. It is very important for women to have that healthy figure in order to maintain normal level of testosterone.
  • Engage yourself in a regular exercise. It is very important for you to understand that exercise is very important in maintaining a fit and healthy body, therefore increasing your ability to maintain healthy testosterone level.
  • Know the vitamins and minerals that are needed. There are foods that are rich in testosterone-enhancing minerals and that include oyster and green leafy vegetables. Zinc, protein, and Vitamins A and C are very important in increasing the level of testosterone.
  • Stay away from stress. If you are living a stressful life every day, you are increasing the possibility for you to an imbalanced testosterone level. This is the same with men and women.

Testosterone in women is very important from a health point of view. Now that you are aware about the different facts about it, you can deal with it easily.

About the Author

Bobby Rouse works at Ageless- specializes in Low-T treatment for men. We are dedicated to help clients with low testosterone levels to lose years of age, and increase client’s performance on a day-to-day basis.

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Getting Alcohol out of Your System Naturally

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Guest Blogger:  John Graywine

Having alcohol in your system can really mess up a work-out and is not a good idea to drive, go to work, or do a number of things that require a sound mind and body. Unfortunately, the more you drink, the longer it is going to take for your body to metabolize the alcohol. There are a few ways to help speed up the process though.

Speed up Your Metabolism

Since your body metabolizes the alcohol out of your system, speeding up your metabolism is the best way to get it out of your body. As unpleasant as it might sound, when you have been drinking, the easiest way to get things moving faster is to exercise. Sitting around on the couch is not going to do anything. Get up and dance, go jog around the block or do an exercise video. It is going to hurt. You may even get sick, but that may help too, by getting any alcohol out of your stomach that has not yet hit your blood stream.

Drink Water

You need to start drinking water and do not stop until you feel you are going to burst. The water will dilute the alcohol in your blood and it will also push it through faster. Plan on running to the bathroom a lot though. Of course, the more you get rid of this way, the better.

Time

The only guaranteed way to get alcohol out of your system is time. If you were smart, you drank your drinks according to the metabolism rate. In other words, you only drank as fast as one drink would leave your system. Your body weight and the type of alcohol will affect this rate. In general, one beer is equal to one mixed drink, one glass of wine, or one shot of alcohol. A 150-pound person will metabolize one drink every hour. Once you have enough in you to start feeling good, you need to slow down to one drink an hour. Then, one hour after you stop drinking, you should start to feel normal.

Of course, you may still feel quite drunk the next day if you are taking medication, did not have enough to eat, have a liver condition, or have been ill. You need to be aware of your state of drunkenness and how much you are drinking before you can begin to guess how long it will take to wear off.

Every person is different; you may be used to alcohol so it takes you longer to feel the effects. Some people will feel woozy after only one drink. This person needs to be sure to only have one drink an hour. When you go out, get up and dance a bit; it will help keep things moving through your system. You need to be up and active long before you are feeling drunk or you could end up hurting yourself on the dance floor. When you know you are going to be out drinking, plan on going home, getting in bed, and just trying to sleep it off; it is the best way to avoid any unpleasantness.

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The author of this post, John is a freelance writer and blogger. He writes on a number of subjects like Rehabilitation, Lifestyle, and Health. He recommends Utah Drug Rehabilitation for all kind of addiction-related queries.